Robert W. Ratish represents clients in business and criminal matters in New Jersey and New York. He advises commercial clients on strategies to help grow and protect their businesses, and has assisted several clients in collecting payments and recovering assets. He handles cases in municipal, state and federal courts, both at the trial and appellate levels. He serves as designated counsel through the Office of the Public Defender representing poor and indigent clients.

Prior to founding his own law firm, Robert clerked at the New Jersey Appellate Division for Hon . Edith K. Payne where he researched legal issues and briefed appellate panels on issues related to the cases that came before them. As a clerk, Robert regularly worked on a range of cases including commercial disputes and criminal matters.

Robert attended the Rutgers School of Law – Newark where he served as Editor in Chief of the Rutgers Computer and Technology Law Journal. Robert is active in the alumni community and currently serves as vice president of the Rutgers School of Law – Newark alumni association.

Prior to law school, Robert was a journalist who worked as a staff writer for The Bergen Record where he was principally involved in covering news stories on a range of topics including crime, politics, education and the environment. Robert has also been published in Newsday, the New York Daily News.

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Reviews

I highly recommend this practice. My case and options were explained accurately and in a manner which I could understand. My questions throughout my case were answered in a timely manner which I really appreciated. Thank you once again Mr. Ratish. Sincerely, M. Cabrera

August 6, 2018

Ben W.

Mr. Ratish was a pleasure to work with. He provided all the information about my case in a way that made practical sense which enabled me to feel a sense of control over an already stressful situation. I highly recommend his services.

June 22, 2018

Carl R

Smart business attorney. Reasonable rates. Perfect for my small business.

TESTIMONIALS

The Law Office of Robert W. Ratish has represented my software company in commercial litigation and settlement negotiations over the years, helping us enforce our contracts and collect from clients who otherwise would have refused to pay for the work we’ve done. Robert Ratish is professional, knowledgeable, and understands how to protect our business interests. I continue working with him because I know how important it is to have an attorney who understands my business.

I highly recommend this practice. My case and options were explained accurately and in a manner which I could understand. My questions throughout my case were answered in a timely manner which I really appreciated. Thank you once again Mr. Ratish. Sincerely, M. Cabrera

August 6, 2018

Ben W.

Mr. Ratish was a pleasure to work with. He provided all the information about my case in a way that made practical sense which enabled me to feel a sense of control over an already stressful situation. I highly recommend his services.

June 22, 2018

Carl R

Smart business attorney. Reasonable rates. Perfect for my small business.